10 relevant quotes from Robert Mueller’s FBI farewell

Washington( CNN) Many Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday reacted positively to news that former FBI Director Robert Mueller was appointed special counseling to supervise the federal investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.

And there’s a reason for their confidence: Mueller has long been widely respected by many in Washington.

Back in 2013, the Department of Justice comprised a farewell ceremony for Mueller, who was retiring after 12 times as FBI director.